I came across this article today. Very interesting! I do believe in teaching students both print and cursive skills, although I do believe students are ultimately in the lead regarding whether to use it as adults or not. I have noticed that most adults have a hybrid style of writing, that involves both print and cursive.
From the article: "A growing body of research from the past decade also points to a link between handwriting and brain development, showing that sequential hand movements used in handwriting activate the regions of the brain associated with thinking, short-term memory and language." (The Wichita Eagle)
To lose this method entirely isn't likely in the best interest of the learner, but to teach handwriting as a part of a balanced approach to literacy is more important.
Have a wonderful evening!
Mrs. Perrien
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